1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Checker | Tata |
| Model | Aerobus | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |
